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ANTWERP JAPAN ARCHIVE TAKEOVER 🇧🇪 🇯🇵

🗓️ 6th June
🕥 10:30 - 18:00
✨ In collaboration with @nymfavintage
📍 Known Source at @exchangenw1 , 24-46 Lisson Grove NW1 6TZ

40 years ago, the Antwerp Six crashed London Fashion Week uninvited. On the 6th of June, we’re bringing them back. Pairing the Antwerp Six with the Japanese designers they came up alongside. Celebrating the two scenes that gave us deconstruction, wabi sabi, and unique designs that continue to influence international fashion today.

Saturday 6th June will be a showcase of > 2,000 of the best Belgian and Japanese archive pieces from > 30 of the best Known Source dealers.

There will be panel talks with dealers and industry insiders, an archive showcase detailing the innovation each used throughout their design process with archive runway screenings.

This will be a cultural exchange of archive fashion, conversations and people. Dedicated to the everlasting legacy of the legendary Antwerp Six and the most influential Japanese designers. 

In collaboration with:

@5245archive
@adhominem.co
@archivedbyalfie
@atelier_2070
@azyr_specs
@brother_ldn
@_coolplus
@eclecticrails
@fridgestores
@freestyler.dryriser
@hackney_120
@jest.archive
@lanabuvintage
@lyfstylearchive
@maelhaus
@marustorelondon
@_meiwai_
@mondo_london
@nymfavintage
@oyl_store
@recentestudio
@rhodorastore
@sea.lam.archive
@solarbeam.kingdom
@souledoutathouseofprovenance
@spiral_sense
@studio18__
@shop.allenreji
@unit4studios
@vintagethreads_ldn
@vrl_vintageroomlondon
@warmwaves_
@witt__store
@ysmnsabri

This Weekend - The Start Of Known Source’s New Chapter

And you will play a big part. DM us if you want to be involved, in any capacity. Share around too. Our new space and chapter has been designed for the Known Source family 🫂

Each month, we will be zooming in on the niches that make up Known Source. So, what’s coming up?

🇬🇧🇪🇺🇯🇵 | This Weekend(!) | ‘Archive Is The Future’ launch, 40 expert dealers covering British Heritage, European Designer & Japanese Archive

Last few tix available now, link in bio, over 300 of you are already coming in the first half an hour alone 🥹

🎯 | March 28th | Massimo Osti Vol 3, taking our previous showcases to another level

👨‍🔬 | April 25th | A celebration of archive’s technicalities, covering Prada, Armani, Montbell & much more…

🇧🇪 🇯🇵 | June 6th | The Antwerp Six & Their Influence On Japanese Archive

⚽️ 🦁 | June 27th | Football & Streetwear, featuring a live World Cup watch party for England vs Panama

We will continue to call out to get you all involved. DM us with any and all ideas. This is a space for the Known Source family 💙

Our feature in the @financialtimesfashion !!

We sat down with the Financial Times to talk through the importance of providing “clients” (you!) with a trusted source, as well as our journey over the past few years and what’s coming next!

Thanks so much to Annaciara Biondi (@instapini_ ) for the write-up, and to Hanna from @haut_corporation for the kind words.

Available in digital (link in stories) and print this weekend. Grab a copy!

Photos by @christiancassiel 📸

Our feature in the @financialtimesfashion !!

We sat down with the Financial Times to talk through the importance of providing “clients” (you!) with a trusted source, as well as our journey over the past few years and what’s coming next!

Thanks so much to Annaciara Biondi (@instapini_ ) for the write-up, and to Hanna from @haut_corporation for the kind words.

Available in digital (link in stories) and print this weekend. Grab a copy!

Photos by @christiancassiel 📸

Our feature in the @financialtimesfashion !!

We sat down with the Financial Times to talk through the importance of providing “clients” (you!) with a trusted source, as well as our journey over the past few years and what’s coming next!

Thanks so much to Annaciara Biondi (@instapini_ ) for the write-up, and to Hanna from @haut_corporation for the kind words.

Available in digital (link in stories) and print this weekend. Grab a copy!

Photos by @christiancassiel 📸

Our feature in the @financialtimesfashion !!

We sat down with the Financial Times to talk through the importance of providing “clients” (you!) with a trusted source, as well as our journey over the past few years and what’s coming next!

Thanks so much to Annaciara Biondi (@instapini_ ) for the write-up, and to Hanna from @haut_corporation for the kind words.

Available in digital (link in stories) and print this weekend. Grab a copy!

Photos by @christiancassiel 📸

Dirk Bikkembergs did it first ⚽

Antwerp Six. Custom suits for the entire Inter Milan squad. His own football club. Those unmistakable studded soles.

Dirk Bikkembergs: the original architect of football couture.

📍 Experience it firsthand at our Antwerp x Japan archive takeover on June 6th. Tickets via the link in bio.

Why ‘88–‘91 Is Stone Island’s Most Timeless Era @tela_fella ⏱️

At our Massimo Osti Showcase, @tela_fella took us deep into the golden era of Stone Island. ‘88 - ‘91. The innovation, the fabrics, the design language, all unmistakably of their time, yet still feeling completely fresh decades later. The brand, with its many copycats, may have exploded in the last few years, but the archive pieces are what will continue to stand the test of time.

Big love to @jacobwallsstudio & @matts.archivio for the conversation 🙌🏽

📹 @zuimadeit
🔉 @jbl_pro

Before Raf. Before Craig Green. There was Walter. 🇧🇪

Antwerp Six. W&LT. U2’s PopMart. 15 years shaping the next generation at the Royal Academy.

Walter Van Beirendonck: one of fashion’s true originals.

📍 See the pieces in person. Our Antwerp x Japan archive takeover lands June 6th. Tickets via the link in bio.

Yohji Yamamoto alternatives you need to know about

All available online and at our 6th June event, links in bio 🔗

How Osti Influenced @jacobwallsstudio Colour Changing Furniture

Fresh off the back of winning the “Unconventional Practice Award” at @____blackdot during @londoncraftweek, @jacobwallsstudio is innovating the furniture/art space with his thermochromic interior objects. At our Massimo Osti Showcase, we were able to deep dive into how Osti’s design principles are helping to shape the next generation of design innovators 🧊

Big love to @jacobwallsstudio & @matts.archivio for the conversation, more gold to come 🙌🏽

📹 @zuimadeit
🔉 @jbl_pro

How Did The Antwerp Six Crash LFW?

🔗 Come to our Antwerp/Japan Archive Takeover to learn more, link in bio

ANTWERP JAPAN ARCHIVE TAKEOVER 🇧🇪 🇯🇵

🗓️ 6th June
🕥 10:30 - 18:00
✨ In collaboration with @nymfavintage
📍 Known Source at @exchangenw1 , 24-46 Lisson Grove NW1 6TZ

Tickets now available via the link in our bio 🎟️

40 years ago, the Antwerp Six crashed London Fashion Week uninvited. On the 6th of June, we’re bringing them back. Pairing the Antwerp Six with the Japanese designers they came up alongside. Celebrating the two scenes that gave us deconstruction, wabi sabi, and unique designs that continue to influence international fashion today.

Saturday 6th June will be a showcase of > 2,000 of the best Belgian and Japanese archive pieces from > 30 of the best Known Source dealers.

There will be panel talks with dealers and industry insiders, an archive showcase detailing the innovation each used throughout their design process with archive runway screenings.

This will be a cultural exchange of archive fashion, conversations and people. Dedicated to the everlasting legacy of the legendary Antwerp Six and the most influential Japanese designers.

The Known Source Met Gala Edit. 05.05.26.

Simply art, in the form of second hand.

Tap to shop or head to the link in our bio to shop the full collection.

These beautiful items have been curated by:

@artefactarchives
@lanabuvintage
@maevintagelondon
@recentestudio

The Known Source Met Gala Edit. 05.05.26.

Simply art, in the form of second hand.

Tap to shop or head to the link in our bio to shop the full collection.

These beautiful items have been curated by:

@artefactarchives
@lanabuvintage
@maevintagelondon
@recentestudio

The Known Source Met Gala Edit. 05.05.26.

Simply art, in the form of second hand.

Tap to shop or head to the link in our bio to shop the full collection.

These beautiful items have been curated by:

@artefactarchives
@lanabuvintage
@maevintagelondon
@recentestudio

The Known Source Met Gala Edit. 05.05.26.

Simply art, in the form of second hand.

Tap to shop or head to the link in our bio to shop the full collection.

These beautiful items have been curated by:

@artefactarchives
@lanabuvintage
@maevintagelondon
@recentestudio

The Known Source Met Gala Edit. 05.05.26.

Simply art, in the form of second hand.

Tap to shop or head to the link in our bio to shop the full collection.

These beautiful items have been curated by:

@artefactarchives
@lanabuvintage
@maevintagelondon
@recentestudio

The Known Source Met Gala Edit. 05.05.26.

Simply art, in the form of second hand.

Tap to shop or head to the link in our bio to shop the full collection.

These beautiful items have been curated by:

@artefactarchives
@lanabuvintage
@maevintagelondon
@recentestudio

The Known Source Met Gala Edit. 05.05.26.

Simply art, in the form of second hand.

Tap to shop or head to the link in our bio to shop the full collection.

These beautiful items have been curated by:

@artefactarchives
@lanabuvintage
@maevintagelondon
@recentestudio

The Known Source Met Gala Edit. 05.05.26.

Simply art, in the form of second hand.

Tap to shop or head to the link in our bio to shop the full collection.

These beautiful items have been curated by:

@artefactarchives
@lanabuvintage
@maevintagelondon
@recentestudio

The Known Source Met Gala Edit. 05.05.26.

Simply art, in the form of second hand.

Tap to shop or head to the link in our bio to shop the full collection.

These beautiful items have been curated by:

@artefactarchives
@lanabuvintage
@maevintagelondon
@recentestudio

The Known Source Met Gala Edit. 05.05.26.

Simply art, in the form of second hand.

Tap to shop or head to the link in our bio to shop the full collection.

These beautiful items have been curated by:

@artefactarchives
@lanabuvintage
@maevintagelondon
@recentestudio

The Known Source Met Gala Edit. 05.05.26.

Simply art, in the form of second hand.

Tap to shop or head to the link in our bio to shop the full collection.

These beautiful items have been curated by:

@artefactarchives
@lanabuvintage
@maevintagelondon
@recentestudio

The Known Source Met Gala Edit. 05.05.26.

Simply art, in the form of second hand.

Tap to shop or head to the link in our bio to shop the full collection.

These beautiful items have been curated by:

@artefactarchives
@lanabuvintage
@maevintagelondon
@recentestudio

The Known Source Met Gala Edit. 05.05.26.

Simply art, in the form of second hand.

Tap to shop or head to the link in our bio to shop the full collection.

These beautiful items have been curated by:

@artefactarchives
@lanabuvintage
@maevintagelondon
@recentestudio

The Known Source Met Gala Edit. 05.05.26.

Simply art, in the form of second hand.

Tap to shop or head to the link in our bio to shop the full collection.

These beautiful items have been curated by:

@artefactarchives
@lanabuvintage
@maevintagelondon
@recentestudio

The Known Source Met Gala Edit. 05.05.26.

Simply art, in the form of second hand.

Tap to shop or head to the link in our bio to shop the full collection.

These beautiful items have been curated by:

@artefactarchives
@lanabuvintage
@maevintagelondon
@recentestudio

The Known Source Met Gala Edit. 05.05.26.

Simply art, in the form of second hand.

Tap to shop or head to the link in our bio to shop the full collection.

These beautiful items have been curated by:

@artefactarchives
@lanabuvintage
@maevintagelondon
@recentestudio

The Known Source Met Gala Edit. 05.05.26.

Simply art, in the form of second hand.

Tap to shop or head to the link in our bio to shop the full collection.

These beautiful items have been curated by:

@artefactarchives
@lanabuvintage
@maevintagelondon
@recentestudio

The Known Source Met Gala Edit. 05.05.26.

Simply art, in the form of second hand.

Tap to shop or head to the link in our bio to shop the full collection.

These beautiful items have been curated by:

@artefactarchives
@lanabuvintage
@maevintagelondon
@recentestudio

Last Saturday at Archive is Technical with @magdi.dna and @imposter00.

A conversation on technicalities, the pull of collecting, and how brands draw on community and history to shape decisions.

Full panel drops on YouTube next week.